1
: one who sets up or repairs electric wire communication or power lines
called also linesman
2
: a player in the forward line of a team
specifically
: a football player in the line
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They’ll be protected from the pressure Denver’s All-Pro defensive lineman Zach Allen and sack leader Nik Bonitto, a Pro Bowler, can impose on their offensive line.
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Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 23 Jan. 2026
On Thursday, Greystone's linemen gathered for a crucial safety briefing, underscoring the importance of caution during what could become a hazardous, multi-day operation.
—Nakell Williams, CBS News, 23 Jan. 2026
At Texas Southern, a Historically Black College or University, Johnson played alongside future NFL Hall of Fame defensive lineman Michael Strahan.
—Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 23 Jan. 2026
The staff that is built around Parker will determine the improvement tracks of the linebackers and defensive linemen, as well as who is added to those rooms.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Jan. 2026
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Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 23 Jan. 2026
On Thursday, Greystone's linemen gathered for a crucial safety briefing, underscoring the importance of caution during what could become a hazardous, multi-day operation.
—Nakell Williams, CBS News, 23 Jan. 2026
At Texas Southern, a Historically Black College or University, Johnson played alongside future NFL Hall of Fame defensive lineman Michael Strahan.
—Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 23 Jan. 2026
The staff that is built around Parker will determine the improvement tracks of the linebackers and defensive linemen, as well as who is added to those rooms.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Jan. 2026
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“Lineman.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lineman. Accessed 28 Jan. 2026.
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lineman
noun
line·man
ˈlīn-mən 
1
: one who sets up or repairs power or telephone lines
2
: a football player whose position is on the line of scrimmage
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